Barrhead News

Barrhead Art Club’s artist of the month for April is Hilde Keller. German-born Keller began her artistic life 14 years ago after being entranced by Canada’s rich and varied landscapes.

Owner of Lambert’s Concrete, Lambert Veenstra, has a long track record in construction. Here he argues why he believes the Town has gone about the pool project the wrong way, leading to escalating costs.

In the wacky, wonderful world of comedy theatre, the improbable is probable. So it is with Sharon Plunkett’s latest production. It is a tale of two crooks, both a little cerebrally challenged. After busting out of jail they end up in a convent.

The fallout of Alison Redford’s resignation as Alberta premier will be felt in Barrhead, Reeve Bill Lee said last week. He voiced concern about the impact on the community’s marathon struggle to win far greater casino revenues.

Yee haw! As Samuel Nikkel’s fingers drummed the keyboard at St. John’s Lutheran Church, it was easy to imagine rows of Stetson-wearing cowboys, their buckaroo boots striking a wooden dance floor.

“Come out and vote.” With the March 24 County pool plebiscite just six days away, Reeve Bill Lee and Barrhead Mayor Gerry St. Pierre issued this joint plea last Friday. “We very much encourage people to vote,” said Lee.

For 16-year-old Akino Jomaru the best part about coming to Barrhead was making friends and memories. “It was fun. I want to come back,” she smiled. Ken Eda, 17, feels the same way.

A call has gone out for Town and County to share equally the cost of recreational facilities.

About 60 residents of the Dunstable area showed up at Dunstable School March 6 for the County of Barrhead’s public information meeting regarding the new swimming pool’s plebiscite question.

Demolishing a building is as easy as smash, bang, wallop. Isn’t it? Well, not always. In the case of the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre, those waiting for a wrecking fest will have to be patient.